2018 Fiat 500X 1.6L Petrol · FL67 EWG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the test in October 2025 at 53,570 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just eight days prior at 53,385 miles. That failure was due to multiple critical tyre defects, including exposed cords and insufficient tread depth on the nearside front, suggesting the owner only addresses urgent safety issues when forced by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with average usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. The record shows steady progression, with 4,562 miles covered between October 2023 and September 2024, and another 6,413 miles between September 2024 and October 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy stress, but the recurring tyre issues across several years may indicate periods of standing, which can lead to the degradation of rubber-based components. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres and suspension, as the history shows recurring issues with perishing and damage on the rear tyres dating back to 2022. The edge wear on the offside front tyre noted in 2025 often indicates an underlying alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be checked for play. Given the pattern of neglecting basic consumables, the buyer should also verify the brake pads and the condition of the exhaust system to ensure no other mechanical neglect has occurred between the test intervals.